Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan - Eau Claire, WI

posted 21 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Eau Claire, WI
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About the position

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI is currently seeking a Forensic Care Coordinator to join our Conditional Release Program serving Barron, Burnette, Chippewa, Dunn, Polk, St. Croix, and Washburn Counties! Conditional Release is a program that works with individuals with mental illness who have committed a crime but were found not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect. The program itself is there to offer community supervision and support to participants in the program. In this role we provide case management for individuals that have a diagnostic and statistical manual (DSM) mental health diagnosis. We meet clients where they are at in their recovery and within the community to help them access community resources that support their mental health and recovery. This role will be required to perform assessments, investigations, and screenings to determine entry and placement in the Conditional Release Program. This is a full-time, benefits eligible opportunity.

Responsibilities

  • Assess client's needs utilizing the required assessment tool(s) (e.g. functional screen). Re-assess, as needed, and at least annually.
  • Working alongside the client, their family, his/her supports, and other service providers, develop and implement a comprehensive and individualized service plan.
  • When required by the program/service, coordinate and authorize services according to the service plan.
  • Provide services to assigned clients in alignment with the service plan.
  • Organize and plan work effectively.
  • Apply knowledge of community resources.
  • Apply knowledge of casework principles and methods.
  • Apply working knowledge of human behavior, dynamics of groups, interpersonal relations, and social interactions.
  • Apply working knowledge of social problems and their effects on individuals.
  • Work collaboratively with clients, service teams, and clinical supervisor to determine interventions.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and providers. When authorizing services, articulate the expectations of the service.
  • Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
  • Complete documentation within required timelines and expectations per LSS, regulation, funders, and practice standards.
  • Maintain client records.
  • Make recommendations within the client team and scope of practice.
  • Testify at legal proceedings as required by law and/or role.
  • Coordinate and facilitate person and/or family-centered team meetings.
  • When supervision is a program requirement, actively engage in the clinical supervision process.
  • Attend and participate in staff development programs, including in-service training, staff meetings, and professional seminars.
  • Within your scope of practice, provide consultation to peers.
  • Work a flexible weekly schedule that includes some evening and/or weekend hours for client appointments. Work directly with Program Supervisor or Manager to set expectations for scheduling clients. Schedule is based on client need.
  • Understand productivity expectations. Meet or exceed the standards that have been established for the role and the program.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant area of human services.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
  • Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret to complete required documentation by established timeframes.
  • Ability to document in a neat, legible, accurate, objective and consistent manner to reflect the services provided.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all levels of LSS management and employees, as well as the individual, family, and circle of support.
  • Working knowledge of computers to allow employee to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training.
  • Ability to utilize efficiently an electronic health record(s) for documentation of direct services.

Benefits

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Ability to Contribute to 403B
  • LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Service Awards and Recognition
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